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New and upcoming training opportunities

New and upcoming New safety training options for your workplace New online courses   Introduction to Fatigue Management  This new online course explores the risks associated with workplace fatigue, particularly

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Active ListeningEffective communication is crucial for personal and professional success, and active listening enhances the ability to truly understand, process, and respond to information. Whether in the workplace, at home, or in social interactions, strong listening skills foster deeper connections and improved collaboration. 
Communicable Disease Prevention PlanThis template is a guide to ensure that you have considered the communicable disease prevention measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, flu, colds, and other viruses in your workplace. Although you are no longer required to maintain a formal, written plan (unless directed by Public Health), by completing this checklist, you can be confident […]
Winterizing Road SafetyYour safety program needs to cover winter driving Courtesy of Road Safety at Work Does your workplace safety program include steps to reduce the risks employees face when driving on the job in winter? It needs to. Your safety responsibilities don’t change with the seasons. But you do need to address the additional driving hazards […]
Our PeopleOur People The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC staff is made up of highly motivated safety professionals supported by team members with occupational health and safety experience. The team is dedicated to working with industry to reduce injuries and make BC workplaces the safest in Canada. Wayne Arondus Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer of […]
Office ergonomics Self-assessment checklistThe goal of this self-assessment checklist is to help you to set up your office optimally for your self-productivity. This checklist is for reference only and does not replace an ergonomics workstation assessment carried out by a professional ergonomist.
Prepare now to prevent heat-related illness at workHeat-related illnesses happen when a person heats up faster than they can cool down. Heat-related illness can affect everyone – even those accustomed to working in the heat. If heat stress progresses to heat stroke, it is a medical emergency that, untreated, can lead to death.
Sponsorship OpportunitiesPartner + Sponsorship Opportunities Make connections. Deliver value. Through value-added partnership and sponsorship, the Alliance offers multiple ways to connect with BC manufacturers — and align your brand with a cause that is saving lives. Extend your reach to our members by speaking or exhibiting, network and connect with industry at member events. Align with […]
The dangers of fatigue in the workplace | Understanding the risk and impactA contributing factor in 13 percent of workplace injuries, workplace fatigue also has a costly financial impact . A study in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that US businesses lose more than $100 billion per year to fatigue-related absenteeism and reduced productivity. Learn how to manage fatigue risk at work in this 2-hour […]
Workplace Violence: Awareness and Response
Harassment and Bullying in the WorkplaceLearn why harassment and bullying at work is an occupational health and safety issue. By the end of this webinar, workers, health and safety professionals, supervisors, and managers will better understand how to identify and respond to incidents of bullying and harassment.
Bullying and Harassment AwarenessEmployers, supervisors, and workers all have responsibilities under WorkSafeBC OHS Policies to prevent bullying and harassment in the workplace. This Bullying and Harassment Awareness course is meant to offer training to workers on identifying bullying and harassment in the workplace, its impact and practical strategies to prevent it.
Lean 5S Training: Certificate Workshops5S is an inexpensive approach to workplace organization that pays large dividends in safety and employee mental health as it improves productivity for higher profit.